Dear Common Ground Community,

Behind every successful student is a great teacher, counselor, advisor, administrator, or support staff member. One of the most significant effects of charter school underfunding is its impact on the people who make student success possible every day.

We asked our high school students their favorite thing about Common Ground. 
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Because Common Ground operates with fewer public resources, maintaining competitive salaries and benefits is an enormous ongoing challenge. We often face difficult decisions as we work to attract and retain skilled and talented educators while balancing limited budgets. 



This funding reality affects:

  • Teacher recruitment and retention
  • Staff compensation and professional growth opportunities
  • Student-to-staff ratios
  • The capacity to provide specialized support services


At Common Ground, our educators consistently go above and beyond for students. They bring passion, expertise, and deep commitment to our mission and to their work. Imagine what else could be possible if we had access to funding that more closely reflected the needs of the students we serve. Educational equity is about ensuring that educators have the resources and support necessary to do their best work on behalf of our students and our collective future!

Get to know Sarah Field and what teaching at Common Ground looks like.
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How You Can Help


Strong schools start with strong educators.



In partnership,

Genevive Walker, Executive Director

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